Shaun the Sheep Movie

On a rare day Shaun dreams of mischief for kids and parents. A routine farm life becomes a string of mistaken moves when Shaun decides to break the rules and organize fun for the flock. A mishap with the Farmer, a caravan, and a very steep hill send the group into a wild mix-up that tumbles them toward the bright, noisy heart of the city. In this urban jumble, Shaun must keep his friends safe while outsmarting a series of pratfalls and misunderstandings. The story keeps its focus on humor and teamwork as the flock tries to reunite and guide the Farmer back to familiar green pastures. There are plenty of visual gags along the way for all ages worldwide.

The film, released in 2015, is directed by Mark Burton and Richard Starzak and draws on the long running Shaun the Sheep TV series created by Nick Park and Steve Box for Aardman, with StudioCanal handling many international releases globally.

With a production budget of 25 million dollars, the feature grossed about 106.2 million worldwide, performing strongly in Europe and North America and confirming Aardman’s appeal to families across markets and cultures. It remains a solid example of stop motion.

Critics praised the film for its warm humor, inventive stop motion, and faithful tone to the TV series. It centers on teamwork, responsibility, and resourcefulness as Shaun leads the flock through mischief toward a safe home. The craft shines in crowd scenes and city sequences that delight kids and adults.

The movie reinforces Shaun the Sheep's status as a charming stop motion icon and helps broaden Aardman's reach outside television. Its playful city sequence and practical effects are frequent references in discussions of family friendly animation. Fans cite the film for its imagination and restraint in humor that avoids cynicism.